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Livonia Fire & Rescue Fire OPS 10105/24/19 - IAFF Local 1164
Run time 13 min.
Livonia Firefighter/Paramedics had the pleasure of showing our Local Elected Officials Kathleen McIntyre, Scott Bahr, Laura Toy, Brandon Kritzman,Brian Meakin, Lynda Scheel, State Senator Dayna Polehanki, State Rep Laurie Pohutsky and Livonia School Board Daniel Centers what it is like to walk a few steps in our fire boots.

Local 1826 Endorses Wayne "Bernie" Bernoska for FPF President05/24/19 - IAFF 1826
To all Local 1826 Members,
Local 1826 conducted an Executive Board meeting yesterday, both candidates for the position of FPF President came and talked withh our Board, current FPF President Jim Tolley and challenger Wayne Bernoska.

DONATE TODAY!05/24/19 - Lets Fire Cancer
Dear Friends,
Two things will change the face of "CANCER" as we know it - Prayer and Cancer Research. Prayer is between you and the one you pray to. Cancer Research has and will continue to discover earlier diagnoses, better treatments and an eventual cure.

Website under construction05/23/19 - Charlotte Firefighters Association
Please be patient with us as we make adjustments to our website. The swtich to the new server did not go as well as planned, so we are coming back to the old site. We are remaking this for more content and easier to use.

Annual Firefighter's Memorial Sunday05/23/19 - IAFF Local 739
Annual Firefighter's Memorial Sunday
Sunday June 9, 2019 members will assemble at Broadway Firehouse and step off at 9:45 AM and march to the Firefighter's Lot in Pine Grove Cemetary for a 10 AM ceremony.
Uniform of the day is Class A uniform with Bell Cap, no white gloves or badge covers.

2019 Election Results05/22/19 - IAFF Local 4381
We would like to welcome our new officers and station reps.

Duckling Rescue05/21/19 - South Metro Firefighters IAFF LOCAL 2086
At 2:45 p.m. on Sunday May 19, 2019, 2 very attentive and kind people stopped to check on a distressed duck in the street at South Park Lane and Canal Court in Littleton. They discovered her ducklings trapped in a storm drain and called South Metro Fire Rescue for help. Local members assigned to Tower 18 used a fire helmet to gather all 10 ducklings and reunite them with their mother.

FF-P John Martinez Shift Coverage05/21/19 - IAFF Local 21
Brothers and Sisters,
it is with great sadness that we let you know that brother John Martinez’s son went into cardiac arrest yesterday. Responding EMS resuscitated him and transported. Unfortunately, he is currently on life support. They are waiting for family to arrive to say their goodbyes.

Hampton Chowdah Challenge05/21/19 - Professional Fire Fighters of New Hampshire
Hampton Fire Fighters Charitable Organization is hosting their 13th Annual Chowdah Challenge at McGuirk's Ocean View Restaurant & LoungeJoin on June 6! A $5 donation at the door will get you all you can eat chowder. There will also be a cash bar and raffle prizes.

Capitol Report 5/20/1905/20/19 - UPFFA
With 2 1/2 weeks remaining in the session, activity is heating up. The House and Senate are in session every day now to move bills.

Albany Legislative Conference05/19/19 - IAFF Local 274
On May 14th and 15th,Brothers Carrier,Heffernan and Barbella attended the Albany Legislative Conference.

Shad Derby June 11th and There is Still Room05/19/19 - IAFF 7th District
The 2019 Shad Derby is right around the corner and there is still room for you! This event is a decade and some years old and promises a great time of frateranlism and benevolence. All of the proceeds go to the 7th District Benevolent Fund assisting our members in the 7th and beyond.

APFF Convention05/18/19 - IAFF Local 2866
During the week of May 14th through the 17th the Fayetteville Firefighters had 11 members attend the annual Arkansas Professional Firefighters Association convention. The convention was hosted by Jonesboro Local 3718. Our members attend several lectures and classes to help improve their knowledge of what’s going on around the state and nation with firefighters issues.

Bid Cycle 343 Revised05/18/19 - IAFF Local 21
Bid Cycle #343 has been revised and it's closing date extended to 2359 Hours on May 28th. The cycle was extended as part of a settlement with L-21 and HQ regarding Squad postions. Those bidding Squad openings ensure you have a current resume on file with HQ.

Lagae Road Rollover MVA05/15/19 - South Metro Firefighters IAFF LOCAL 2086
On the evening of Tuesday May 14th, Local responded to a rollover at the intersection of Happy Canyon Rd & Lagae Rd. Members arrived on scene to find a concrete truck had rolled onto its side and had begun spilling concrete mixture and fuel onto the roadway.

2019 FPF Convention Delegates & Alternates05/15/19 - IAFF Local 1403
In accordance with our Constitution and By-Laws, Article 8; Section 1 – “Delegates and Alternates shall be elected by secret ballot of the members in good standing in attendance at a regular scheduled meeting”
DATE: TUESDAY MAY 28th, 2019 (B-SHIFT)
TIME: 12:00 PM
PLACE: UNION HALL
Nominations for Delegates and Alternates for the 75th Annual Florida Professional Firefighters (FPF) Convention will be accepted from the floor at the May 28th, 2019 Union Meeting from 12:00 PM to 12:20 PM. Nominations may also be made in writing and must be received by Elections Committee chairperson, 8000 NW 21 street #222, Miami, Florida 33122 or emailed to electioncommittee@local1403.org before May 28th, 2019 at 12:20 PM. All candidates nominated must be a member in good standing as specified in the Metro-Dade Fire Fighters IAFF Local 1403 Constitution and By-Laws.
Election will be conducted shortly after the close of nominations. The FPF Convention will be held in Daytona, Florida, June 10-14, 2019.

MDA - MPFF Fire Fighter Summer Day Camp05/15/19 - Minnesota Professional Fire Fighters
You are invited to MDA - MPFF Fire Fighter Summer Day Camp
Tuesdays June 11 & June 18, 2019
Come out and cook for the kids at the 2019 MPFF Fire Fighter Day at Camp.
Set up will begin between 10:00-10:30 each day. Come out and show off your grilling skills. We will need 3-4 grill masters to start cooking around 10:45-11:00 am. Lunch will be served at 11:45- 1:00 pm.

PTSD IMMEDIATE ACTION NEEDED!!!!05/15/19 - UPFFA
IMMEDIATE ACTION NEEDED!!!!
It has just come to our attention last night there is an effort by a special interest group trying to kill our PTSD bill.
We need to flood the legislature with members Thursday, Friday and in the upcoming days to show our support for the bill.

ANNUAL MID - WAY GOLF TOURNAMENT05/15/19 - Lets Fire Cancer
Each year Fire Fighters (active & retired) from across the Northeast & Canada get together in Binghamton, N.Y to play in the Mid - Way Golf Tournament. The Retired Professional Fire Fighters Cancer Fund participates in the social event held the evening prior to the tournament. A HUGE "THANK YOU" to all for your generosity in supporting CANCER RESEARCH.

Updated with service information-Retired FF Michael Goad05/14/19 - IAFF Local 1403
Metro Dade Firefighters Local 1403 regrets to announce the passing of Retired FF Michael Goad on 5/10/19. Mike was hired in 8/3/1970. Most of you know him from Station 12 where he served proudly. Please keep his family in your thoughts and prayers. May he rest in peace.

Presentation05/13/19 - IAFF Local 2866
On May 9th 2019 President Jimmy Vinyard presented Nicole Clowney with a desk plaque and an offical Fayetteville Firefighters Members Shirt to thank her for all the work she has done to pass laws to protect firefighters who are fighting cancer. She has stepped up and proved she is a friend to all Firefighters.

Membership Meeting05/10/19 - IAFF Local F-102
All Hands,
A Membership Meeting is being scheduled for 24 May 2019 at 1730 hours, at Crash Fire Station 62. A running agenda will be established on the Union website calendar for review. If you have an item for the agenda please see me.

May 10, 2019: Legislative Update05/10/19 - UPFFA
UNIFORMED PROFESSIONAL FIRE FIGHTERS ASSOCIATION OF CONNECTICUT
LEGISLATIVE UPDATE
HB 6384 An Act concerning insurance deductibles and medical test fees and the cancer relief fund passed out of the House of Representatives unanimously 144-0. This bill would pay any out of pocket medical expenses from the Firefighter Cancer Relief fund.

Meet and Confer Article in Fire Engineering05/10/19 - New Braunfels Professional Firefighters Association
Vice President Appleby found this article which may be helpful in further educating members about assessment centers in the meet and confer process.

MDA Summer Camp05/09/19 - IAFF Local 21
June 11th and 18th is the MDA Summer Camp. Those who have been to the MDA's summer camp in the past have seen how much it means to the campers that we come out and help make it a one-of-a-kind experience. It doesn't matter if you can come out for a whole day or just a few hours, your participation will make someone's day more memorable.

Golf Tournament05/08/19 - IAFF Local 1403
Every September, professional firefighters/golfers, (including retirees) from all around the country and Canada get together in a different city to trade hats, shirts, and war stories and play some golf! It is a 3-day tournament for golfers of all abilities. You can enter as a four-man team, two-man team, or individuals. (Individuals will be flighted).

2019 Saint Paul Firefighters MDA Golf Classic05/08/19 - IAFF Local 21
Brothers and Sisters,
We have two upcoming events to support the MDA. June 11th and 18th is the MDA Summer Camp. Those who have been to the MDA's summer camp in the past have seen how much it means to the campers that we come out and help make it a one-of-a-kind experience.

MIKE IS IN THE RUNOFF!!!05/08/19 - Denver Firefighters Local 858
Sisters and Brothers of Local 858:
We are one step closer to having a fire fighter on Denver's City Council!! This is where we really need your help so stay tuned for further notification on upcoming events. What can you do now?? Please donate here to support Mike's campaign. This is the final 4 weeks and we need all the help we can get.

Letter Regarding Paramedic/EMT OT05/07/19 - IAFF Local 21
Fire Chief Inks,
I'm submitting this letter to you today on behalf of all the dedicated men and women of the Saint Paul Fire Department. This appeal is a request for your Administration to reverse the policy of hiring overtime and how it is negatively impacting the Paramedic workforce.

Colorado Fallen Firefighter Memorial - Aaron Lybarger05/07/19 - West Metro Fire Fighters I.A.F.F. Local 1309
To: Active Members of the West Metro Professional Firefighter IAFF Local 1309
This Saturday, the Colorado Fallen Firefighters Memorial will add the name of our own Aaron Lybarger to it's wall. We lost Aaron last June after his courageous battle with work-related cancer. And his absence from our West Metro family is still felt by so many of us each and every day.

Vivie’s Fun Run05/07/19 - IAFF Local 21
Vivie’s Fun Run around Lake Como on May 19!
For more information and for registration, please go to: https://www.viviennesjoy.org/vivies-run.html and click on the “Register Here” link
Please contact Steve Sampson with any questions.

Lt Roger Korte05/06/19 - IAFF Local 51
Roger Korte, devoted husband, and father passed away on Tuesday, April 30, 2019, at the age of 50.
Born September 4, 1968, in El Paso, Texas, Roger was a Coronado High School graduate and Marine Corps veteran. He followed his military service with a 25-year career as a firefighter with the El Paso Fire Department.

Documents added to the Convention Information page05/06/19 - Pennsylvania Professional Fire Fighters Association
The Committee assignments, President's report, Delegates and Alternates and a draft of the Rules of Order have been added to the Convention Information page.